Lunge Takeoff Drill
Purpose Emphasizes the lunge position that is necessary after takeoff. Setup Use the regular long jump pit and approach. How it Works Jumper takes their normal approach and drives off the board.He or she immediately
Long Jump & Triple Jump
Cone Hop and Bound Drill
Purpose Works on combining the first two elements of the triple jump. Setup You need one cone set up right after the takeoff board and enough room on the approach to have a
Single Leg Hops Drill
Purpose Jumpers build strength in their legs and also work on the lift technique ofthe jump. Setup Mark off 20 to 30 meters of open area for the jumper to work in. How it
Rebound Head Drill
Purpose Increases power and perfects form on the second jump. Setup You need a 24 inch box sturdy enough for a person to jump off of, and a pole vault apparatus with a
Multiple Triple Jumps Drill
Purpose Builds rhythm for the steps of the triple jump. Setup You need an open area for the runner to work on continuous triple jumps. How it Works Starting with 2 to 4 strides, the
Rebound Jump Drill
Purpose Works on the transition between the second bound and the final jump. Setup You need a box that is 24 inches high and sturdy enough to handle a jumper’s leap. How it Works Starting
Closest to Scratch Drill
Purpose Jumpers work on their takeoff. Setup Gather all of the jumpers for this drill at the long jump pit so they can compete against each other. How
High Low Pop Offs
Purpose Helps build strong in-air technique for long jumping. Setup You need a raised area, such as a stage in a gymnasium, and then a foam pit on the
Extension Landing Drill
Purpose Athletes learn how to squeeze out a few extra inches at the end of a jump. Setup Work on this drill with a stage (as in a gymnasium) and a large pit